Find Top Director of Platform Engineering Jobs at Ladders

With Ladders, you can discover lucrative Director of Platform Engineering opportunities that allow you to take your career to the next level. Each job has been thoroughly examined to ensure that it offers at least $100k per year.

Why Choose a Career as a Director of Platform Engineering?

A Director of Platform Engineering is a key role in any company. They are responsible for the overarching strategy of an organization's platform development and oversee the work of multiple engineering teams.

Qualifications Needed for Director of Platform Engineering Jobs

Most Director of Platform Engineering roles require a minimum of a bachelor's degree in a related technical field, such as Computer Science or Engineering. Proven experience in software development and team management are also typically required.

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$120K - $150K *

Transform communications infrastructure by leading modernization, enhancing reliability, and driving architectural strategies within a multi-cloud environment for mission-critical platforms...

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3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$190K - $263K *

Lead the charge in enhancing product security engineering practices by driving initiatives across application, infrastructure, and offensive security. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to embed...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$128K - $173K *

Join a dynamic team to build scalable analytics pipelines leveraging cutting-edge Big Data technologies. This role offers the chance to create robust data architectures from scratch and collaborate ac...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$156K - $215K *

Lead the development of adaptive security solutions, enhancing real-time threat detection and data protection across diverse environments in a collaborative, high-impact team to redefine Generative AI...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $150K *

Join a team that's pushing the boundaries of distributed systems by designing resilient architectures and enhancing core platform capabilities. Your leadership will directly impact performance and dev...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $170K *

Deliver transformative technical leadership as you guide engineering teams, shape platform capabilities, and make data-driven decisions in a mission-driven environment that values collaboration and co...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$90K - $120K *

Unlock your potential by supporting system operations and lifecycle management in a dynamic tech environment. Collaborate with teams and stakeholders to deliver robust solutions and ensure system stab...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$131K - $152K *

Innovate with us by engaging in multifaceted software development, improving backend services, APIs, and data systems. Collaborate across teams to solve real-world problems while gaining expertise in...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Architect and enhance robust data engineering solutions, managing data scalability and performance for a major eCommerce platform. Lead teams and innovate with AWS cloud technologies to empower data-d...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$164K - $234K *

Pioneer the development of cutting-edge multi-cloud infrastructures to enhance developer experiences, improve tooling, and ensure reliability across teams, driving innovation and productivity within o...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$111K - $192K *

Elevate your career by leading software delivery strategies and developing reusable components. Mentor teams through coding best practices while collaborating with business leaders to deliver impactfu...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $95K *

Transform efficiency in project coordination by streamlining IT processes and enhancing PPMO operations. Collaborate across teams to leverage tools and automate workflows, ensuring effective delivery...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Elevate your career by designing and managing enterprise-grade Databricks platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure scalability, security, and optimization for data and AI initiativ...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Lead the charge in architecting and scaling enterprise AI/MCP Server solutions that enhance multi-agent workflows, ensuring seamless integration, high performance, and reliability across diverse syste...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$230K - $368K *

Lead the charge in transforming our data platform, developing scalable systems, and guiding teams through technical strategies to enhance our analytics capabilities for over 170,000 customers in a col...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$176K - $237K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of customer experience by designing robust backend systems for Temporal Cloud. Lead critical projects, enhance reliability, and mentor fellow engineers, driving t...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $175K *

Lead the charge in shaping and automating a comprehensive network security program, ensuring robust identity-aware policy controls that optimize security for both human and machine identities in a clo...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Transform operational and software security for a leading blockchain ecosystem. Collaborate with engineers to enhance secure key management, develop anti-scam tools, and ensure robust protection of se...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Drive innovation as you design and implement AI solutions for clinical trials, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to enhance data utilization and streamline processes through advanced m...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $155K *

Join a dynamic team to lead enterprise data technologies, ensuring robust and scalable data solutions. Manage a team and drive standardization across platforms while optimizing performance and alignin...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Champion operational excellence by leading field teams towards efficiency, tracking financial performance, and executing day-to-day operations while nurturing a culture of accountability and communica...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$210K - $240K *

Join a team that's redefining product strategy and innovation. Lead cross-functional collaboration to assess market trends and drive enhancements in design and customer experience, shaping the future...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $180K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of travel tech by leading a small, agile engineering group focused on building durable B2B2C platforms and driving partner integrations with cutting-edge AI tools...

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6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $180K *

Join a team that's redefining travel booking by leading a small, agile engineering unit. Drive architectural excellence while interfacing with partners to create scalable, impactful solutions within o...

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6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $180K *

Lead the charge in building scalable B2B solutions while driving partner integrations and technical excellence. Engage with partners collaboratively to deliver robust APIs and enhance product strategy...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of Platform Engineering do?question toggle

    A Director of Platform Engineering oversees the development and management of platforms in a company, guides strategy development, and ensures efficient operation of engineering teams.

  • What skills are needed for a Director of Platform Engineering job?question toggle

    Technical knowledge in software development, leadership skills, team management, and strategic planning are key skills for this role.

  • How much can I expect to earn as a Director of Platform Engineering?question toggle

    Salaries vary widely depending on experience and location. However, all jobs listed at Ladders pay over $100k per year.

  • What qualifications do I need to be a Director of Platform Engineering?question toggle

    Typically, these roles require a bachelor's degree in a related technical field and significant experience in software development and team management.